Veterinary Technician Assistant - Surgery Service

ANIMAL EMERGENCY & REFERRAL CENTER OF MINNESOTA • Oakdale, MN

6d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Precision. Teamwork. Purpose. Surgery is where details matter—and where great assistants make a real difference. Our Surgery Technician Assistants are essential to keeping cases moving, patients safe, and clients supported during some of the most important (and emotional) moments of care. If you’re organized, steady under pressure, and love being part of a highly skilled team, this could be a great fit.

Requirements

• 2+ years of client service experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Comfort with computers and data entry (EMR, Outlook, etc.)
• Basic animal handling and husbandry knowledge
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and be on your feet throughout the shift

Nice To Haves

• Someone who thrives in a structured, detail-oriented environment
• A team player who anticipates needs and jumps in to help
• Comfortable supporting both medical care and client communication
• Interested in growing within specialty or surgical veterinary medicine
• Able to stay calm, focused, and compassionate in emotional situations

Responsibilities

• Support surgical technicians and veterinarians throughout the day
• Assist with patient handling, restraint, and basic care
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and surgery-ready environment
• Field phone calls and assist with client communication and updates
• Document client interactions accurately in medical records
• Assist with prescriptions and coordination with pharmacies
• Provide compassionate support to clients, including during euthanasia cases
• Jump in wherever needed to keep the department running smoothly

Benefits

• Be part of a highly skilled, team-driven specialty service
• Learn from experienced technicians, VTS, and specialists
• Gain exposure to advanced procedures and patient care
• Play a meaningful role in both patient outcomes and client experience
• Work in a department where organization and teamwork truly matter

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed